§ 2-893. Brand names.

(a)

Brand names will not be used for the purpose of eliminating competition. When a requisition is received by the purchasing department showing a brand name, make, manufacturer or definite specification is utilized, the specification shall state clearly that they are used to denote the quality standard of product desired and that they do not restrict bidders to the specific brand, make, manufacturer, or specification named; that they are used only to set forth and convey to prospective bidders the general style, type, character, and quality of product desired; and that equivalent products will be acceptable.

(b)

When the requisitioning department has knowledge that only a certain brand or make will fulfill the department's requirements, this information will be given in writing to the purchasing department with the reason outlined.

(Code 1961, § 2-8(a)(2); Ord. No. 23103, § 6, 7-18-07)